To air traffic controller training

DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH; Langen; On-site; EUR 16,182 - 55,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.1 salaries including holiday bonus and Christmas bonus

32 days holiday leave

Flexible shift system

Barbecue area and recreational facilities

Good accessibility with public transport

Portfolio of courses

Personalized support from training team

Job summary

DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH in Langen, Hessen is seeking aspiring air traffic controllers to guide flights safely. The training consists of theoretical studies and practical experience, lasting 2.5 to 3.5 years. Candidates must be fluent in English and German, with excellent hearing and eyesight.

The role offers a competitive remuneration package of €1,450 monthly during training and approximately €5,000 monthly during practical training.

Additional benefits include 32 days of holiday, a supportive training team, and recreational facilities at the campus.

Qualifications

• School-leaving certificate – general university entrance qualification (Abitur) or bachelor’s degree.
• Confident and fluent in English and German.
• No age restriction; very good hearing and eyesight.

Responsibilities

• Guide thousands of passengers safely to their destinations.
• Ensure safe takeoffs and landings, maintaining aircraft separation.
• Work with pilots to provide clear instructions on heading and level.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in German

Very good hearing

Very good eyesight

Education

School-leaving certificate or bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

As an air traffic controller, you guide thousands of passengers safely to their destinations every day, working hand in hand with pilots. Although pilots ultimately control aircraft, clear instructions as to heading and level determine when and where they fly. You are responsible for the safety of people in the skies on behalf of the Federal Republic of Germany. You ensure that aircraft take off and land safely and have sufficient separation from each other in the air.

Training Programme

The air traffic controller training programme starts several times a year and lasts 2.5–3.5 years. It consists of a theoretical phase at the Air Navigation Services Academy in Langen and a practical phase at a control centre or tower in Germany.

Remuneration

Theoretical part:
€1,450 per month.

Practical part:
≈ €5,000 per month.

Benefits

• 13.1 salaries including holiday bonus and Christmas bonus
• 32 days holiday leave, Christmas and New Year's Eve off
• Flexible shift system with early notification and shift swapping available at many sites
• Barbecue area, table tennis, table football, pool table and football pitch at the Campus in Langen
• Good accessibility with public transport – dedicated S-Bahn commuter rail station
• Large internal and external portfolio of courses; own tablet to learn regardless of time & location
• Joint events for all trainees/apprentices at DFS, personalised support from the training team, known contact person for questions or problems

Qualifications

• School‑leaving certificate – general university entrance qualification (Abitur) or bachelor’s degree
• Confident and fluent in English and German
• No age restriction, very good hearing and eyesight
• Letters of reference / transcripts: university entrance qualification or last two to four school transcripts/reports

Selection Process

1. Online selection stage
2. Pre‑selection process in Hamburg

Additional Information

Two paths to acquiring the air traffic controller licence: a classic training programme or a dual air‑traffic controller degree programme that combines training with an English‑language bachelor’s degree in air traffic management. Both paths lead to a fully‑fledged air traffic controller status.